Soccer Mom?

We have been so busy around here that I forgot to mention my latest title- Soccer Mom!   Ha!  I actually don't know how soccer is going to go.  Dustin really wanted the kids to play because he played and loved it.  The kids have been asking to play for 2 years, ever since they started watching my nephew play when he was 3.  They were super-excited for me to sign them up, we made a big deal of buying the shorts, new tennis shoes (just cheapies from Walmart), and shin guards.  Their first practice was last week and Emilynn went at it with lots of enthusiasm.  Carson was not as quick to run out there, but once he got more comfortable he eased out there and participated.  I guess given their personalities, it went just as I anticipated.  I guess I keep hoping Carson will find his "niche" and something will click and he'll be as enthusiastic as Emilynn, but his personality is not really like that, so I don't know why I have those expectations of him.  As a Momma, it hurts my heart a little bit when he's on the sidelines and anxious about stuff.  I want him to enjoy stuff like his sister, but he's not his sister.  He's Carson and he's shy and he may never want to do extracurricular activities like his sister.  He loves working on the farm and tractors, so maybe that will be his thing.  I just don't know yet.  He is only 3 after all!  :-)  Enough of my rambling!  I will have to share that once he finally eased over to get in line to kick the ball, he stood by Emilynn and she slipped her arm around his shoulder.  It was so, so sweet.  It was one of those twin moments that just reminds me that no matter how different their personalities, they have an amazing bond.  Emilynn has such a tender heart and is so sweet and loving.  She really loves everyone and is very compassionate.  It is sweet to see her reach out to not just her brothers, but lots of other children and adults too.  We passed a lady in a wheelchair in Walmart one day, and she reached out and patted the lady's hand.  It was so precious.  The lady's daughter pushing her explained that the lady couldn't see, but I hope it helped her to feel loved to feel that little fat hand pat hers.  :-)   We are also making a lot of friends at the Y, both young and old.  There are lots of people there for therapy in the pool, and many be-friend the kids.  Henry has one older lady that plays peek-a-boo with him every time we are there.  People are always saying that kids need to be in school for the socialization, but honestly I feel like my kids are getting more socialization now by being exposed to all types of people of all ages.  That's another rant for another day I guess!   Anyway, our first soccer game is on the 7th.  It should be interesting to say the least!  I hope they at least participate a little! 
Oh, and while we were at practice I heard Dustin say, "Emilynn, don't be rude."  When I inquired as to what was going on, I found out the coach had said, "Emilynn, are you staring at my nose ring?"  To which my very honest daughter said, "Yes!".  The coach was very nice about it and said it happens all the time.  She wasn't offended at all.  I don't know what made her even stare at it because my sister Abbey has a nose ring.  Emilynn actually pulled hers out once.  I don't think we ever found that ring!  Anyway, the coach is super-nice and thankfully used to three year olds!!!!  God bless her for taking on a team of them!!!  :-)  I have multiples and I wouldn't even do that!